Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car not necessary Wheelchair access Lift access to property
Notes:
No pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This luxurious 2-bed apartment is on the second floor of a new 4 star development [09/10 season] named Mountain View Resort and is one of the largest and nicest apartments in the complex. It is situated on Pirin Street, just up from the famous Kempinski Hotel and Bansko’s shops, restaurants and bars and less than 5 minutes walk from the Gondola station. The apartment is 50m from the piste, providing door-to-door skiing, when conditions are favourable. The rooms in the apartment are bright and spacious, comfortably sleeping up to six by utilising the large sofa bed.
The apartment has two excellent balconies with spectacular views of the Pirin Mountains and ski slope – perfect for sitting and enjoying the sunshine and views. There is an outdoor table and chairs. Overall, the apartment and kitchen area are very well equipped.
Having two spacious double bedrooms, one with 2 single beds, and good wardrobe space. The comfortable living room has one double sofa bed. Duvets with linen and extra blankets are provided, along with bath towels and robes. Guests can also relax in the living room watching the TV with DVD, listening to music or simply spending the evening around the dining table.
The Complex benefits from 24-hour reception/security and a Bar area. On the ground floor of the building you will find your own Ski Locker, an indoor heated Swimming Pool, Sauna and Jacuzzi, all perfect for relaxing after a busy day hitting the slopes, sightseeing or hiking. There is even a games area and a gym planned. Access to the apartment is via stairs or a lift.
Living Room
It's Snowing!
Heated Swimming Pool
Kitchen and Dining Area
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The Pirin/Rhodope Mountains region
Between the Pirin and Rhodope mountains, Bansko is at the foot of the Pirin National Park. At an elevation of just under 1000 metres the town experiences heavy snow falls from November to April. A two station Gondola gives access to ski runs at Chalin Valog (as does the ski run back to Bansko) and the upper slopes where a variety of state of the art ski lifts whisk you to a height of over 2500 metres. It is also possible to ski all the way down to the Gondola, a ski run of 16km from the summit! There is reliable snow cover for up to 5 months of the year and the resort is equipped with numerous snow canons to ensure optimum skiing conditions throughout the season.
There is great skiing, snowboarding as well as Extreme Skiing, paragliding and helicopter trips at Bansko, and there is no doubt that Bansko is now the best and most modern ski centre in Bulgaria having the best snow record and the longest ski season (15th Dec - 15th May) of all the Bulgarian ski resorts. The total length of marked pistes is over 70km. There are 44 Snow Cannons which cover most of the slopes and extend the ski season.
In the summer Bansko is host to a traditional Summer Jazz Festival,the Bulgarian Folk Festival and many other cultural events. The town also provides a great base for white water rafting, horse riding, walking, mountain biking and a soon to be opened golf course designed by Ian Woosnam.
There are about 250 sunny days a year.
Bansko / Mountain View Resort area
Bansko is approx. 160km from Sofia. The town is surrounded by panoramic scenery and is a superb resort for both summer and winter visitors. For skiers there is 70 km of pistes with 8 blue, 11 red and 3 black runs something for all levels. There is also extensive off piste to be had off the back of Todorka peak and between the pisted runs. There are full crèche facilities and English speaking ski schools. In the summer there is also available horse riding, fishing, golf, bear park, ten pin bowling, quad biking, white water rafting and Mountain Biking.
The cost of living is low in Bulgaria. Bansko boasts an abundance of après ski life, including numerous restaurants, taverns, nightclubs, casinos, an ice rink, bowling alleys, and horse riding. The traditional taverns are known as Mehanas and offer a great local atmosphere with plenty of charm and often host live folk music. There is a good selection of local cuisine and Bulgarian wines and beers as well as a wide variety of international food and drink catering for all possible tastes.
There are many cultural and historical monuments both in the town and in the surrounding region if you have time to explore, with a wide variety of shops supplying essential ski wear and equipment as well as the usual souvenirs.
The Pirin National Park covering over 40,000 hectares is a rugged and unspoilt mountainous region with 45 peaks over 2590 metres high, and 186 pristine lakes, numerous waterfalls, caves and historical sites. The national park is criss-crossed with hiking trails so a good map is strongly recommended for anyone wishing to explore the area.
Resort Statistics • Highest Lift: 2560m • Km of Piste: 65km • Longest Run: 16km • Cross Country Trails: 9km • Beginner Slopes: 8 (Blue) • Intermediate Slopes: 11(Red) • Advanced Slopes: 1 (Black) • Mtn Restaurants: 10 • Lifts: 15 (1 Gondola, 7 High Speed Chairs, 7 Drags) • Night Skiing • 44 Snow Canons • No Pass Photo Required - Auto read chip cards used.
Attractions include: Skiing, Snowboarding, Extreme Skiing, Ice Skating Fishing (river), Mountain Biking, White Water rafting Horse Riding, Golf, Tennis Hot mineral springs
How to get there
Getting to Bansko is really quite straight forward. Don't be put off by the older style Airport [rather basic but improving quickly!] or by the roads etc. to Bansko out of Sofia - it gets much better!
There are numerous flights to Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, to get Bansko. The main airlines from the UK are:
• London Heathrow - British Airways, Bulgaria Air • London Gatwick - Easyjet, Bulgaria Air, flythomascook.com • Luton - Wizzair • Manchester - Wizzair, Easyjet, flythomascook.com
Bansko can then be reached from Sofia by bus, train, car hire or private transfer. Private transfers can be organised on request - from Sofia to Bansko takes approx 2.5 hours by car and can cost up to 170 euros return but check out the following options:-
1. Bansko Express www.banskoexpress.com This will be a new service costing from £12 per person. 2. www.bulgariatransport.com/transfers.html 3. www.banskoservices.moonfruit.com 4. www.autorentbg.com 5. www.motoroads.com Taxi's - www.oktaxi.net or, www.sofiaairporttaxis.com Hire Cars - www.autorentbg.com or, www.BulgariaTransport.com or, www.atlaschoice.com
TOP TIP: Be sure you have a ticket attached to screen for the motorways outside Sofia. Do check you have winter tyres attached and that the windscreen fluid is full. Carry your driving licence. Be very careful to obey speed limits. They change often and police are there to catch you. Bus - Best to use Ovcha Kupel bus station, right side of town but check timetable online.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Sofia: 160 km
Activities near Bansko
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats A winter sun break Good nightlife Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Sauna, Shared indoor Pool, DVD player
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